The Adoration of the Shepherds (a night piece)
Artist
Rembrandt van Rijn
(Dutch, 1606 - 1669)
Datec. 1657
MediumEtching, engraving, and drypoint
DimensionsPlatemark: 6 × 7 7/8 in. (15.3 × 20 cm)
Framed: 15 1/4 × 18 1/4 × 5/8 in. (38.7 × 46.4 × 1.6 cm)
Credit LineGift of Karen and Robert Hoehn
CultureDutch
Catalogue raisonnéBartsch 46
Object numberPC2004.01.05
ClassificationsPrint Collection
DescriptionAt center, a lantern lights the faces of a group of shepherds come to adore the newborn Christ child. The only other light source comes from far right, outlining the profile of Joseph's face and illuminating the sleeping Christ child and the Virgin Mary.This record has been reviewed by University Galleries staff but may be incomplete or contain errors. Our records are frequently revised and enhanced. For any inquiries about the information listed, please email galleries@sandiego.edu.
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